Why "FlyFission" ?

landscape photo of man fishing on river near mountain alps

"Fly" [flī]
- Definition 1: stylish, sharp, successful.
  - Nuclear Industry popularity has climbed roughly 10% over the past decade. Let’s keep the momentum soaring. #MakeNuclearGreatAgain
- Definition 2: to move swiftly through the air.
  - Nuclear deterrents are often air-delivered—warheads as literal flying fission. (And let's be honest, "FlyFusion" sounds like a trendy sushi spot.)
"Fission" [ˈfiSHən]
- Definition. The act of splitting into two or more parts. Chiefly of atoms undergoing fission.
  - Fission delivers BIG Energy, little waste—millions of times more energy per gram than fossil fuels, with a footprint smaller than most landfills. Similarly, we value streamlined operations that maximize output while minimizing waste, complexity, and drag.
The Pun (Fly Fishing)
- Yes—it was intentional. I'm an avid fly fisherman. It keeps me grounded, reminds me of the importance of stewardship, and reflects the balance we aim to bring to our work. Deadlines keep us sharp. Tight lines keep us sane.
  Work hard. Play hard. Protect what matters.

Company Values

Because nuclear projects demand more than expertise—they demand character.

RESOLVE

We commit fully—to people, to projects, to outcomes. We advocate, collaborate, and deliver like it all matters—because it does.

We meet complexity with energy. While others brace for risk, we lean in—curious, creative, and ready to build. Optimism isn't wishful—it's contagious.

We bring calm to chaos—confidence through the unknown. If pressure rises, it won't be because of us.

OPTIMISM

COMPOSURE

STEADFAST

Neutrons may be fast, but trust is built slow. We don't rush decisions—we guide them with steady heads.

CONSIDERATE CANDOR

We speak the truth—clearly, constructively, and with respect. Brutal honesty isn't the goal. Transformative clarity is.

OPERATIONAL INTEGRITY

What we say, we do. What we do, we own. Our recommendations aren't just technically right—they're right for the mission.

ENGINEERING DISCIPLINE

We don't wing it—we check it, recheck it, and stand by it. Reliability isn't a feature—it's the framework.

PRACTICAL CONSTRAINT

We apply pressure with intention— knowing when to speak, when to hold, and when to stay out of the way.

DELIBERATE CONTROL

Our instincts aren't guesses—they're the result of experience and foresight. We don't just make decisions, we engineer them.

Owner Spotlight

Benjamin (Ben) Huffer brings deep experience in heavy industrial and nuclear construction. He began his career in Design Engineering with a DOE contractor at the Savannah River Site (SRS), where he helped design, build, and install several safety-related systems and critical nuclear infrastructure on large, capital line-item projects.

Ben has developed engineering designs and programs from the ground up and understands what it takes to deliver a project—on time, on budget, and with purpose. He has a proven track record of translating strong leadership, a team mindset, and technical skill into successful project execution. From front-end engineering to commissioning, he has supported nuclear projects across their full life cycle.

He has advised due-diligence, design, and planning for large (>$500MM) project initiatives. His passion lies in serving stakeholders and steering projects to outcomes that align with both mission needs and regulatory success.

Ben Huffer | LinkedIn

Photo from ITER, the International Fusion Reactor Buildout in Cadarache, France

Ben earned a B.S. in Chemical Engineering and an M.S. in Nuclear Environmental Engineering from Clemson University. His early work on DOD-funded research in neutron detection systems sparked his path into nuclear.

Ben lives in South Carolina with his wife of 11 years, Jenn, and their son, Luke. He founded FlyFission to fill a critical gap in the industry—bringing sharp, independent engineering oversight to complex nuclear programs. From surfacing hidden risks, tightening design logic, or pressure-testing assumptions, FlyFission delivers the clarity and foresight high-stakes projects demand but rarely get.